Jonas Doerr – Opinions Columnist Take a stroll around campus and you’ll find more nudity than in a birth center. All over campus, statues abound, many by the great sculptor Paul Granling. They are gorgeous; perhaps a little too gorgeous. Most of the statues are not wearing a scrap of clothing. Some might make the case that this is how art has always been. Legendary … Continue reading Naked statues misrepresent Gustavus
Leah Thompson – Staff Writer Nobel Conference 58 happened on Wednesday, Sept. 28, and Thursday, Sept. 29, and focused on “mental health disparities and their effects on youth, with a particular emphasis on the significance of identity, trauma and technology.” This Nobel was broken into four different sessions, each exploring different topics related to mental health inequities and young people. During the conference multiple workshops … Continue reading The Day Course: Using real-life materials to help foster self-reflection
Kaitlyn Doolittle – Staff Writer The beginning of Senior Bella Nduwayezu’s journey at Gustavus was not always smooth sailing. But with perseverance and determination to find her place on the hill, Nduwayezu was able to make the most of her time in the Gustavus community. “I challenged myself to get out of my comfort zone. I got involved and took leadership positions in student organizations, … Continue reading Gusties of the Week: Bella Nduwayezu
Emma Kelsey – Staff Writer This year’s Nobel Conference met head-on the issues of mental health inequity and young people. There were multiple distinguished speakers, Q&A panels, and lectures filled with relevant and crucial content about mental health. Alongside these fundamental events of the conference, there was a different kind of intellectual opportunity for students–the Nobel Concert, composed of songs, dances, and poems which expressed, … Continue reading Students take the stage in Resonance
Colin Maiwurm – Staff Writer As the new semester kicks off, there have been a multitude of events taking place. Of the events, one which is currently in progress is the exhibitions at the Hillstrom Museum of Art feature works. The museum is located right by the Bookmark in the lower floor of Jackson Center and is open annually during a certain time period only … Continue reading George Ault at The Hillstrom
Mel Pardock – Staff Writer The Arboretum Fall Festival is a celebration held at the Arboretum on the Gustavus Adolphus College grounds yearly. This year it is taking place Saturday, Oct. 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This Saturday is also falling on Family Weekend, allowing the family members of Gusties to explore the Arb and take part in the festivities. “There will be … Continue reading Festival bee-falls the Arb
Parker Burman – Staff Writer This past weekend the Gustavus Volleyball team traveled to Dubuque, Iowa to participate in the Loras Invitational. After starting the season off with seven straight wins, they suffered their first defeat of the season which came in the form of a 3-0 sweep by Northwestern before heading to Iowa. They started their weekend with a hiccup after dropping a match … Continue reading Volleyball bounces back
Emma Esteb – Staff Writer This past weekend the Gustavus men’s golf team traveled to Sartell, MN, for the Saint John’s Fall Invite. The Gusties finished second out of 12 teams, behind host, Saint John’s University. The team ended a two-day total of 295-296-591 (+15). “We all just had a lot of fun this past weekend and there was a lot of positive energy. I … Continue reading Men’s golf stays on par
Nyden Hill – Staff Writer Following their 62-20 win this Sunday versus Buena Vista, the Gustavus football team took the field for the first time at home this season against UW-Stout. It was a warm, sunny day and the stadium was packed, so it looked like the Gusties were primed to keep their momentum going. Things started off strong in the first quarter with an … Continue reading Gustie football falls just short
Will Sorg – Entertainment Columnist Trigger Warning The following article contains brief mentions of physical and sexual assault and abuse The final film of Italian director Pier Paolo Pasolini is a film that is steeped in controversy. “Saló: or the 120 Days of Sodom” is partially based off of an unfinished novel by Marquis De Sade, the man that inspired the creation of the word … Continue reading Movies From The Library: Saló: or The 120 Days of Sodom
